Contract Analyst with Security Clearance

Duties * Procure materials, supplies, services, construction, commercial items, and equipment to perform contract administration of Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and contracting functions. * Develop and issue solicitations/purchase orders for SAP and contract operations on behalf of the Government. * Receive purchase requests from various customers, reviewing each requirement for adequacy and completeness, providing recommendation on the most appropriate SAP / contract type. * Performs contract administration, contract negotiations, or termination functions on a wide range of contracts/purchase orders. * Performs considerable research and contacts with customers, contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, or non-local markets to locate sources for items or services. * Functions as a journeyman level sufficient to support the management and business practices of a full service procurement organization, including workflow, work processes, automation and organizational structure. * Negotiates terms of purchase orders and contracts, analyzes pricing on purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), or issues delivery orders under the terms and conditions of the existing contract. * Determines method of procurement and selects appropriate solicitation format using mandatory clauses, and based on consideration of such matters as urgency of need, realistic delivery schedules, adequacy of competition, and technical data. * Assists in the development and implementation of internal procedures for accomplishing coordination and administration of all Post support operations. * Prepares detailed findings and other documentation in cases of dispute over contract terms of contracts. * Prepares replies to contractors and customers on claims, appeals, protests, or congressional inquiries. * Evaluates prospective contractors bids/offers and determines successful contractor in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures. * These duties are described at the full performance level (GS-09). The GS-07 level is developmental with promotion potential to the full performance level at GS-09. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. If the security clearance is denied or revoked, the individual may be denied or removed from the position, accordingly. * Must file annual financial statement. * This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Contracting Certification within 36 months of entrance on duty. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . Specialized Experience for GS-07 Level: One year of specialized experience which includes providing assistance in preparing purchase orders and contracts; reviewing purchase requests for adequacy and completeness; assisting in the review of contractor bids/offers; and utilizing a variety of automated systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-05). OR Successfully completed one full academic year of graduate-level education. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Successfully completed all the requirements for a bachelor's degree and claiming Superior Academic Achievement. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing - You must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.) - You must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership - You may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/). (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts and/or verification of class standing for further verification.) Specialized Experience for GS-09 Level: One year of specialized experience which includes procuring materials, supplies, services, construction, commercial items, and/or equipment; assist with negotiating terms of purchase orders and contracts; preparing purchase order pricing or blanket purchase agreements; and reviewing contract specifications for clarity and adequacy. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-07). OR Successfully completed a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Education can be substituted for experience. Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional information * Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. * You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. * One year trial/probationary period may be required. * Direct Deposit of Pay is required. * This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. * Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. * If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. * This is a Career Field (CP) 14 - Contracting and Acquisition position. * Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. * Management may select at any grade level announced. * Noncompetitive promotion potential to target grade. * The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. * May require overtime work. * All selections under an announcement must be made within 3 months from the issuance date of the certificate referral list. * This position may be eligible for regular and recurring TELEWORK, including emergency and OPM prescribed unscheduled Telework. Supervisor approval will be required on a case-by-case basis. * Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. * Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) may be authorized. * Relocation/Recruitment Incentive will not be authorized. * Defense National Relocation Program will not be authorized. * Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Career Field Position. * This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Contracting Certification within 36 months of entrance on duty. * Information on the Army Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology Workforce may be found at https://asc.army.mil/ . * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated